Equinor ASA ADR (EQNR)vsHCA Holdings Inc (HCA)
EQNR
Equinor ASA ADR
$36.69
-0.60%
ENERGY · Cap: $94.78B
HCA
HCA Holdings Inc
$435.19
+1.44%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $95.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Equinor ASA ADR generates 39% more annual revenue ($105.98B vs $76.39B). HCA leads profitability with a 8.9% profit margin vs 4.8%. EQNR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.03. HCA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
EQNR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
HCA
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+47.4%
Fair Value
$54.29
Current Price
$36.69
$17.60 discount
Margin of Safety
-4.8%
Fair Value
$506.98
Current Price
$435.19
$71.79 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 21.4%
Generating 2.1B in free cash flow
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 5.1%
Earnings declined 27.3%
4.3% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EQNR
The strongest argument for EQNR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.03 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : HCA
The strongest argument for HCA centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.29 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EQNR
The primary concerns for EQNR are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : HCA
The primary concerns for HCA are Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HCA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
HCA is growing revenue faster at 4.3% — sustainability is the question.
EQNR generates stronger free cash flow (2.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor OIL & GAS INTEGRATED industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HCA scores higher overall (63/100 vs 51/100). EQNR offers better value entry with a 47.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Equinor ASA ADR
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Equinor ASA, an energy company, is engaged in the exploration, production, transportation, refining and marketing of petroleum and petroleum products and other forms of energy, as well as other companies in Norway and internationally. The company is headquartered in Stavanger, Norway.
HCA Holdings Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES · USA
HCA Healthcare is an American for-profit operator of health care facilities that was founded in 1968. It is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and, as of May 2020, owns and operates 186 hospitals and approximately 2,000 sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding emergency rooms, urgent care centers and physician clinics in 21 states and the United Kingdom.
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